Photo by Jessica MacCallSXSWedu is creating a variety of networking events to empower attendees to make the most the 2013 Conference & Festival. By interacting with the wide variety of stakeholders that collectively make up the SXSWedu community, you'll inevitably be challenged and inspired, and rewarded with fresh perspectives!
SXSWedu Lounges
Relax and connect with like-minded attendees in one of the sponsor supported lounges located at both the Austin Convention Center and the Hilotn Austin Downtown, March 4-7, 2013 in Austin, Texas.
SXSWedu Blogger Lounge
hosted by Compass Learning
Austin Convention Center - Room 17B
Visit the Blogger Lounge, hosted by Compass Learning, to hear insightful Q&A with some of the event’s notable speakers and participants. #BlogathonATX’s Ilene Haddad will be there along with members from her team to help interested attendees connect to their inner blogger.
Google Lounge & Co-Working Space
hosted by Google
Austin Convention Center - Room 19AB
Come to the Google Lounge to learn more about Google’s free and open source tools and how they can help you enhance your teaching and learning. With informative presentations and demos, you’re sure to gain experience that will help you elevate your art.
inBloom Lounge
hosted by inBloom
Hilton Austin Downtown - Room 406
From early in the morning to late in the afternoon, the inBloom Lounge will be bustling with activity. With one-on-one partner connections and a student-led codeathon competition, this new organization will inspire you to personalize learning. Be sure to check in for some snacks during the day and refreshments during the meet ups.
SXSWedu Tuesday Meet Ups
The SXSWedu Meet Ups are a great way to meet and socialize with all your fellow SXSWedu attendees. Tour them all! Complimentary hors d-oeuvres are provided, and a cash bar is available. Sponsors have been provided with a number of complimentary drink coupons, so make an effort to meet and thank them and you will be rewarded!
College Readiness Meet Up hosted by Avid and College Board
Tuesday, March 5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
SXSWedu attendees interested in college readiness should make plans to stop by the Hilton Austin Downtown, room 410, to join the meet up hosted by AVID and The College Board.
Digital Content Meet Up hosted by Compass Learning
Tuesday, March 5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
SXSWedu attendees interested in digital and personalized learning should plan to visit the Hilton Austin Downtown, room 412, for a meet up hosted by Compass Learning.
Edmodo Community Meet Up hosted by Edmodo
Tuesday, March 5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Edmodo Community meet up will be held at the Hilton Austin Downtown in Salon E, stop by to network and socialize with your fellow SXSWedu registrants.
ePortfolio Meet Up hosted by Pathbrite
Tuesday, March 5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Make plans to stop by the ePortfolio meet up, hosted by Pathbrite, in the Hilton Austin Downtown, room 408 to connect and collaborate with SXSWedu attendees.
Tablets, Apps and Games Meet Up hosted by Amplify
Tuesday, March 5
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
SXSWedu attendees with an interest in education Tablets, Apps and Games should plan to visit the Hilton Austin Downtown, Salon D, for the meet up hosted by Amplify.
SXSWedu Wednesday Meet Ups
The SXSWedu Meet Ups are a great way to meet and socialize with all your fellow SXSWedu attendees. Tour them all! Complimentary hors d-oeuvres are provided, and a cash bar is available. Sponsors have been provided with a number of complimentary drink coupons, so make an effort to meet and thank them and you will be rewarded!
Open Online Learning Meet Up hosted by Canvas
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Meet and connect with SXSWedu attendees at the Open Online Learning Meet Up hosted by Canvas at the Hilton Austin Downtown, Room 408.
Global Community Meet Up hosted by IB
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Given their varied global initiatives, International Baccalaureate invites attendees to their Global Community Meet Up in Room 410 of the Hilton Austin Downtown.
Higher Ed Student Engagement Meet Up hosted by Cengage Learning
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Connect with other SXSWedu attendees with an interest in student engagement at the Higher Ed Student Engagement Meet Up hosted by Cengage Learning at the Hilton Austin Downtown, Salon E.
Innovative Teachers Meet Up hosted by WeAreTeachers
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Socialize with the teachers who share your passion for innovative teaching practices at SXSWedu at the Innovative Teachers Meet Up hosted by We Are Teachers at the Hilton Austin Downtown, Salon D.
Social Networking Meet Up hosted by ConnectEdu
Wednesday, March 6
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Connect with colleagues interested in social networking and learning and the ConnectEdu Social Networking Meet Up at the Hilton Austin Downtown, Room 412.